Call of Duty is a cultural phenomenon that has set an unbeatable standard for online arcade shooters. Over the past 20 years, the series has introduced a vast array of maps, each hosting thousands of intense battles every season. We've curated a list of the 30 best maps in the franchise's history, celebrating the unforgettable experiences they've provided. Let's take a nostalgic journey through these iconic Call of Duty maps.
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- Payback (Black Ops 6, 2024)
- Ocean Drive (Black Ops 6, 2024)
- Crown Raceway (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
- Moscow (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
- Farm 18 (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
- Miami (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
- Ardennes Forest (WWII, 2017)
- London Docks (WWII, 2017)
- Turbine (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Plaza (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Overgrown (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
- Meltdown (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Seaside (Black Ops 4, 2018)
- Crossfire (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
- Karachi (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Estate (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Dome (Modern Warfare 3, 2011)
- Favela (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Express (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Summit (Black Ops, 2010)
- Highrise (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Crash (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
- Standoff (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Raid (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Hijacked (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Shipment (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
- Firing Range (Black Ops, 2010)
- Terminal (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Rust (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Nuketown (Black Ops, 2010)
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A multi-level mansion nestled in the Bulgarian mountains, Payback is designed for tense firefights and diverse gameplay. Despite its compact size, it offers a perfect balance for all playstyles. The intricate architecture allows players to set ambushes or skillfully evade them, often by leaping out of a window.
Ocean Drive (Black Ops 6, 2024)
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Inspired by iconic 80s action films, Ocean Drive sets the stage for gunfights among luxurious hotels and flashy cars. The map's layout, with its contrast between spacious streets and cramped interiors, makes it versatile for various game modes.
Crown Raceway (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
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Crown Raceway transforms into a fast-paced battleground amidst garages, stands, and pit-stop areas. From the moment the match starts, the environment feels like a blood-soaked racetrack, complete with the sounds of racing cars. Its unique design and dynamic combat ensure an exhilarating experience, balancing out even the most skilled players' kill/death ratios.
Moscow (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
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Set in Cold War-era Moscow, this map captures the harsh yet majestic atmosphere of the Soviet capital. Battles unfold amidst massive concrete buildings, luxurious marble halls, and metro stations. The map's layout, with narrow alleys, spacious boulevards, and government complexes, strikes a balance between tactical and aggressive play.
Farm 18 (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
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Hidden deep in a dense forest, Farm 18 is an abandoned military training base. The central concrete training ground quickly becomes a battleground, surrounded by partially destroyed buildings, narrow corridors, and hidden paths, offering prime opportunities for assault players.
Miami (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
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Miami immerses players in the atmosphere of the 1980s criminal underworld, with glowing neon signs, nightclubs, and palm trees. The map's design, combining narrow streets with wide boulevards, accommodates a variety of tactical approaches.
Ardennes Forest (WWII, 2017)
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Ardennes Forest transports players to the heart of one of World War II's fiercest battles, with snowy forests, trenches, and blazing ruins. Its well-thought-out symmetry and brutal combat create an intense warzone experience.
London Docks (WWII, 2017)
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Set in wartime London, London Docks features dark alleys, wet cobblestones, and industrial architecture, creating a grim atmosphere. The map's detailed design, with narrow alleys for ambushes, spacious warehouses for firefights, and docks for control, offers diverse tactical opportunities.
Turbine (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Turbine spans across canyons, offering a mix of vertical gameplay, open spaces, and hidden routes for tactical flanking. The central broken turbine serves as both cover and a potential trap, where players can easily get caught in crossfire.
Plaza (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Plaza transports players to a vibrant, neon-lit futuristic metropolis, with battles unfolding among upscale clubs and narrow alleys. The map's architecture, with every corner offering potential cover, adds variety to the gameplay through stairs, balconies, and glass storefronts.
Overgrown (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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Overgrown is an abandoned village with ruined buildings and excellent sniper positions, ideal for players who enjoy tactical camping. Elevated spots and watchtowers provide opportunities to monitor enemy movements, making it a versatile map for both stealth and open engagements.
Meltdown (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Set at a nuclear power plant, Meltdown features intense firefights around strategically important areas and multiple routes. The central reactor complex, with its maze of tunnels, is perfect for close combat and unexpected flanking attacks.
Seaside (Black Ops 4, 2018)
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Seaside offers a charming seaside town setting with cozy squares and dangerous alleyways. The map alternates between open areas for long-range shootouts and narrow lanes for close quarters combat, ensuring players remain vigilant amidst stunning views.
Crossfire (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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Crossfire is set in a city abandoned amid military conflict, with a long street flanked by ruined buildings and sniper nests. Players can engage in prolonged ranged battles or attempt close combat through side alleys, demanding skill and strategy.
Karachi (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Karachi's dusty streets and chaotic layout, with rooftops and narrow alleys, make it ideal for ambushes and flanking maneuvers. The city ruins create an unpredictable battlefield, requiring players to stay alert.
Estate (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Estate features a luxurious mansion on a hill overlooking a dense forest. Inside, players can fortify their positions, while the forest offers ample cover for surprise attacks, making it memorable from the campaign mode.
Dome (Modern Warfare 3, 2011)
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Compact and lethal, Dome is a ruined military base with an abandoned dome at its center. Fast-paced battles demand quick reflexes, cover knowledge, and precise timing, making it perfect for aggressive play.
Favela (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Favela is a densely built Brazilian slum district, perfect for sudden ambush attacks. Narrow corridors, rooftops, and hidden passages make it ideal for players wielding shotguns.
Express (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Express features rapid-fire shootouts on a busy train platform, with a moving train adding tension and potential traps. Strategy, speed, and smart cover usage are key to winning on this dynamic battlefield.
Summit (Black Ops, 2010)
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Summit is a snowy mountain base with various routes and tight corridors. Battles occur in open areas and inside labs, requiring caution, especially near steep cliffs.
Highrise (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Set atop a skyscraper, Highrise offers combat through cramped offices and open rooftop areas. Hidden approaches allow for sudden attacks, and it's renowned for brutal sniper duels.
Crash (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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Crash features three main combat lanes in an urban setting with ruined buildings and narrow alleyways. The crashed "Black Hawk" at the center evokes strong memories, offering numerous tactical possibilities.
Standoff (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Standoff is a classic small town perfect for ambushes, with small buildings and hidden routes. It accommodates various combat styles, from lying in wait to firing from above, offering a cinematic experience.
Raid (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Raid features a modern Los Angeles mansion with a pool, marble corridors, and open courtyards. It's well-balanced for both close-quarters and long-range combat, ensuring high-paced action for players of all skill levels.
Hijacked (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Hijacked is a luxury yacht where every corridor and deck becomes a battleground. Its small space and limited cover intensify the adrenaline, making for fierce combat.
Shipment (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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Shipment is a tiny, square map with chaotic firefights among shipping containers. It's ideal for quick killstreaks and close-range combat, offering a paradise for shotguns.
Firing Range (Black Ops, 2010)
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Firing Range is a military training ground designed for mid-range battles. With multiple elevation levels and open areas, it caters to various playstyles and weapon types.
Terminal (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Terminal blends spacious airport terminals, narrow corridors, and an open tarmac. It's ideal for ambushes, controlling vantage points, or engaging in close-quarters combat on the airplane, requiring constant vigilance.
Rust (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Rust is a miniature desert map with an oil rig, offering tight, vertical gameplay. Perfect for one-on-one duels and intense firefights, it demands quick reflexes from the start.
Nuketown (Black Ops, 2010)
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Nuketown is a small, dynamic map that has become a hallmark of the series. Its symmetrical streets and limited space force players to stay mobile and alert, with the added thrill of potential nuclear explosions.
These 30 maps have left an indelible mark on millions of players, becoming timeless classics within the Call of Duty franchise. Each map offers unique gameplay experiences, whether it's fast-paced close-quarters combat, strategic battles in open terrain, or a blend of both. No matter your preferred playstyle, you're sure to find the perfect battleground among these legendary maps.
